25 July 1795 July 24, 2011 Author: Staff The very first stone of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is laid down. Famous Words of Inspiration..."A tyrant must put on the appearance of uncommon devotion to religion. Subjects are less apprehensive of illegal treatment from a ruler whom they consider god-fearing and pious. On the other hand, they do less easily move against him, believing that he has the gods on his side." Aristotle — Click here for more from Aristotle Related posts: 4 July 1569 Categories: History Tags: 1795, 25 July